Akron to Arches: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1490.2 miles 2398.3 km · straight line
1788.3 miles estimated 2878 km · driving distance
35h 59min estimated drive time
$172 - $212 estimated fuel cost
~3h 30min flight time
273° W bearing direction

How far is Akron from Arches?

The distance from Akron to Arches is 1490.2 miles (2398.3 km) as the crow flies. Arches is located W of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1788.3 miles, taking about 35h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 30min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Arches in Utah.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Arches. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Akron to Arches

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 35h 59min $172 - $212 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 30min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~43h 11min $143–$268* Budget
Train ~46h 47min $215–$626* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Arches

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Arches
38.73°N, 109.59°W
America/Denver
1510m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 497 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 124 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 16.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients